Kneeling PosturesPostures that promote opening of the hip and knee joints and full extension of the spine.

Prone PosturesProne means "face down" and these postures originate from laying face down on the mat. Prone postures promote building strength in the muscles of the back.

Sitting PosturesPracticing these postures will help increase your ability to sit comfortably on the floor and may contribute to a decrease in lower back pain.

Standing PosturesThese asanas begin with standing on both feet. Building a firm foundation in these asanas create a strong sense of balance and body awareness.

Supine PosturesThese postures begin in svasana, or corpse pose, giving the body a rest from the constant exertion against gravity.

Yoga and BasketballThink yoga is for wimps? Many high-profile basketball players don't agree with you. Read on to find out why!

Yoga and Hiking For exercise…. And for spiritual growth… combining the two is a recipe for serenity

Yoga and Running There are yogis who run, and there are runners who practice yoga. However one parses it, the combination is excellent.

Yoga and Swimming Swimming and yoga may not have been created for each other, but many athletes will find the combination leading to love at first sight.

Yoga and Tennis Integrating yoga into your tennis routine can help to alleviate potential injuries and make you a better tennis player.

Yoga and Weight TrainingContrary to popular opinion, weight training can be extremely beneficial to yoga practice. The secret lies in intelligently and selectively using the best of the gym to add strength to one's yoga moves.

Yoga for Cyclists Adding yoga to a cycling routine will not only improve basic fitness – it will make you a better rider.

Yoga For PaddlersPaddle sports such as kayaking and canoeing require a strong yet supple core. Here are some ideas for using yoga to improve one’s paddling.

Your Sole Form of Exercise? The discipline offers many health benefits, but should it be the entirety of your exercise program? Here are some thoughts on this questions.

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